Set in Southern California, my HO scale layout includes a Southern Pacific train order office surrounded by a desert scene. Although this arid landscape has sparse vegetation, my scene needed two ...

Discover what causes Christmas cactus to turn red and how to fix it before the damage gets worse.

Key Points None of the three holiday cacti should be fertilized in January, even if it’s still blooming.Only start the ...

The schlumbergera, also known as a Christmas, Thanksgiving or Easter cactus, are hugely popular during winter. The flowers that bloom are incredibly festive, and can brighten up any room. According to ...

One of the pleasures of the colder months is the opportunity to plan next year’s garden while staying inside where it’s warm. If you are thinking about adding something new to your landscape, why not ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." The Christmas cactus is everywhere during the holiday season, with good reason. It's a blooming ...

In today’s water-wise gardening world, succulents and cacti have become the go-to plants of Southern California. Drought-friendly and heat-loving, these plants now are staples in home landscaping ...

CHOOSE. WELCOME TO TODAY’S GO GREEN. WE’RE AT DEMERIT HILL FARM IN LEE AND I’M JOINED BY SEAN O’BRIEN OF UNH COOPERATIVE EXTENSION. SEAN THESE ARE SOME PLANTS THAT ARE VERY POPULAR THIS TIME OF YEAR ...

Edible cacti, especially Opuntia cladodes, show consistent short-term benefits for postprandial blood glucose and modest improvements in lipid biomarkers, largely driven by soluble fiber and bioactive ...

With our long, hot summers and drought seemingly becoming the norm, many home gardeners are on the lookout for water-efficient plants. Although often overlooked, the cacti found in North and South ...

With our long, hot summers and drought seemingly becoming the norm, many home gardeners are on the lookout for water-efficient plants. Although often overlooked, the cacti found in North and South ...